Another
recent development at Portmeirion is the new woodland land train, which
takes visitors free of charge on a ride into the woodland (from the
tollbooth to the oriental bridge/lake and back via Salutation) behind
the village.

Originally
3 carriages long but reduced to 2, the service (which is not noisy)
has proved popular amongst day visitors since the service began.

Despite
the advantages to those who normally find it difficult to go into the
woods (although the very bumpy ride would still be unsuitable for those
with arthritic conditions), the train has received some criticism on
Portmeirion's facebook page with comments such as "looks more like
Disney" and "perfect peace shattered" being posted, along
with concerns about its viability, need, and effect on the woodland
environment.